A Flood Warning was issued for Cumbrian coastline from St Bees Head to Haverigg, along the coast from North Head to Haverigg in Cumberland on 27th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Irish Sea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Esk at Cropple How rose 0.43m, peaking at 1.07m, while the River Duddon at Duddon Hall climbed 0.41m.
Environment Agency advice issued
The Flood Warning has now been removed. However, a Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. We do not expect to see similar impacts from the next high tide. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cropple How | River Esk | +0.43m | 1.07m |
| Duddon Hall | River Duddon | +0.41m | 0.94m |
| Ulpha | River Duddon | +0.30m | 0.92m |
| Calder Hall | River Calder | +0.28m | 0.65m |
| Braystones | River Ehen | +0.24m | 0.99m |
| Egremont | River Ehen | +0.22m | 1.04m |
| Bleach Green Weir | River Ehen | +0.21m | 0.90m |
| St Leonards | River Keekle | +0.12m | 0.71m |
| Galesyke | River Irt | +0.11m | 0.96m |
| Church View | Skirting Beck | +0.08m | 0.43m |